On Kantstrasse 79 in Berlin, a former women’s prison and courthouse has been transformed into a modern design hotel. What might be the German capital’s coolest boutique hotel, holds a sinister past that inarguably adds an exhilarating dimension to a stay here. So, how is it really sleeping in a former prison? Get the answer …
What does Brigitte Bardot, F. Scott Fitzgerald and Hemingway have in common? Their love for Cote d’Azur and in particular, Saint Tropez. It has been a playground for the international jetset for more than a century and the gold coast continues to draw in travellers from all around the world. But Cote d’Azur is so …
Hotel Hebron in the heart of Copenhagen is amongst the city’s oldest hotels. These aged walls have seen and heard so much yet the spirit of this family-run boutique hotel remains the same. What keeps a hotel going for so many years? And how does Hebron look like today – 124 years after its opening? …
In the midst of one of Europe’s most exciting and vibrant cities, Berlin, lies an exclusive hotel with intriguing references to the roaring 1920’s – a magical chapter in the history of the German capital. Its name is Hotel ZOO Berlin and although much has happened since its opening in 1911, a few things have …
Welcome to a world of boutique hospitality and Italian elegance. Owned by the Ferragamo family and known to be a local hot spot for contemporary art and design, Gallery Hotel Art in the heart of Florence, welcomes guests who are looking for a little extra on their holiday. Sponsored In the heart of Italian culture …
“The purpose of art is washing the dust of daily life off our souls” – Pablo Picasso In recent years, an increasing number of design hotels have seen the light of day. Perhaps because travelers want to be intrigued on their journeys. They want to escape everyday life – and that’s exactly what art …
From Amsterdam to Berlin, Hamburg and Ibiza; the Dutch boutique hotel chain Sir Hotels is expanding and adding glitz and glamour to the European hotel scene. I recently checked in to their newest gem in Hamburg, Sir Nikolai, which oozes of sophistication and that “home-away-from-home” feeling. Full review below. Hosted stay Cheeky and fun! The avid reader …
Sometimes, you’re lucky enough to experience a little piece of paradise. That’s how I felt spending a day at the charming Strandhaus Boutique Resort & Spa in Spreewald outside Berlin. This could definitely be your next perfect weekend getaway! Sponsored by Visit Brandenburg True relaxation at the lake Since I moved to Berlin 1,5 years …
Some of you might have noticed my great love for both Portugal and boutique hotel through articles like this and this – but it gets better! Back in April, I found my new favorite hotel in Lisbon and I can’t wait to go back! Read my review of Bairro Alto below. Sponsored Bohemian chic It …
